The 2014 McLaren P1 is a leap forward in faith and technology for the English automaker.

This hyper car offers the best in Formula 1 performance in the ultimate road car.

This is also a huge step up from the McLaren 12C model and will have much to do with the car makers continued success if not survival.

Orders are now being taken at U.S. McLaren Centers and the MSRP is a “mere” $1,350,000. However, you may want to act fast as only 375 production models will be sold.

Engine & Performance

The McLaren P1 has a 3.8 liter, twin turbo, V8 rear engine that generates 800 horsepower. This rear wheel drive vehicle is paired with a twin clutch, 7 speed, paddle shift automatic transmission that includes its own electric motor that increases the power output to 903 horsepower.

This hyper car will move from 0-60 mph in 2.7 seconds with a top speed of 217 mph.

Exterior

The P1 does not offer the prototypical hyper car design at first glance. It instead affords you a complicated mixture of geometric shapes and forms. That said, after a few looks you can only be impressed by the swooping panels at each turn.

One reason for its odd appearance is the emphasis on aerodynamics. Perhaps its most striking exterior feature are the black side panels. These contrast nicely with the gloss black front bumper, air intakes and roof.

The hood itself displays 2 deep reverse air vents that are uniquely sharp and practical. They aid in cooling the radiators, and the internal flaps that help keep the nose close to the ground.

From behind, the sloping rear glass quickly joins the bulging rear fenders that cover the large tires. The LED taillights put on an arcing lightshow all around the back grille of this rear engine sports car.

Interior

Inside, you will find electronic speed and navigation screens.

The new “floating” center console is situated in an easy reach location for the driver. The P1 interior has traditional racing seats with a fully adjustable steering column.

The steering wheel has mounted buttons that control the drag reduction system and electronic boost functions, for added convenience.

The 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show is where the 2014 Audi A3 Cabriolet was recently introduced.

This fourth variant of the A3 is much lighter and bigger than its predecessors.

The compact four-seater is attractive, efficient, and comes with a soft top and enough power to make those sharp curves.

Specifications

* Turbo Fuel Stratified Injection
** Working on Four Cylinders

Engine & Performance

The new A3 Cabriolet comes with options of three engines that include a 2.0 liter diesel engine that produces 150 horsepower; a 1.4 liter TFSI petrol engine generating 140 horsepower and a 1.8 liter TFSI petrol engine that produces 180 horsepower.

Audi plans to introduce more engine options in the future, including a V6 300 horsepower engine that will be available in the S3. All the three engines mentioned promote improved efficiency and performance figures over the previous models. The

1.4 liter petrol engine is frugal and gives you a fuel efficient of 47 mpg, a respectable figure.

Exterior

The A3 Cabriolet has increased in length and width by a little over seven inches (180mm) and under an inch (20mm), respectively. Yet the overall body weight has come down by 110 lbs (50 kgs), thanks to the use of lighter material. The height of the car has been reduced by .59 inches (15mm), which adds to streamed look.

The front of the A3 has a characteristic single-frame radiator grille. The new A3 has optional LED headlamps. The rear overhang gives balanced proportions to this 2 door “convertible”. The A3 Cabriolet comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, which you can to upgrade to 19-inch wheels.

This A3 comes with a fully automatic soft-top stretched over a light weight kinematic mechanism built from magnesium steel. The soft-top opens or closes through electro-hydraulic mechanism in 18 seconds.

Interior

Elegant lines and clean surfaces define the interior design theme for A3 Cabriolet. The central console is lean and low with the two large round air vents that give it a distinctive look.

The interior is minimalistic, yet elegant combined with the workmanship considered top-notch, as evidenced by all other products from Audi. The controls are simple and intuitive. This four seat Cabriolet has ample space, even for the rear passengers.

The Audi A3 Cabriolet is slated for launch early next year. The new A3 Cabriolet will be produced in Audi’s Hungary plant. The base model is priced at 31,700 Euros.

Bentley Motors has a rich heritage of close to 10 decades as a marquee name in British auto manufacturing.

The company has unveiled its 2014 Continental GT V8 S.

It comes in a convertible and coupe version, the model is distinguished by an additional 21 horsepower, a revised suspension as well as increased performance figures.

To be precise, Bentley described its new model as “sleeker, faster and responsive.”

Specifications

Engine

Under the hood, Bentley has placed a twin-turbocharged 4.0 liter V8 engine to deliver 521 horsepower to go with 502 lb ft of torque at 1,700 rpm.

The engine is mated to the close-ratio ZF 8 speed automatic transmission. The coupe version sprints 0-60 mph in only 4.3 seconds. The convertible sprints 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds.

The top speed of the coup model is 192 mph, while the top speed of the convertible model is 191 mph.

Exterior

The car is the sportier version of the base Continental GT V8 and is made distinct by its more dramatic appearance. Bentley opted for the lowered ride height that provides a sleeker and a more purposeful stance, while the exterior is complemented by the sharp front splitter, a subtle rear diffuser and discrete side sills.

Other unique features comprise a black gloss radiator grille with one chrome divider bar, special exhaust system and special V8 S badges.

You can order the car in seventeen different colors, two of which were specifically designed for the new model: the new Monaco Yellow and Kingfisher Blue.

Interior

Like any other Continental GT model, the new model provides an interior full of soft-touch leathers, polished metals, wood veneers, as well as deep-pile carpeting. The interior comes with an array of stunning duo-tone leather.

The technological features installed in the 2014 Continental GT V8 S comprise of an audio system, air suspension settings, telephone system, advanced technology infotainment, and an on-board hard drive with a 30GB capacity.

Audi has expanded its A3 line-up by introducing the latest 2014 S3 Sportback, which is a hot 5-door hatchback.

It is similar to the earlier 3-door S3, but Audi has added a dose of practicality and sense in this new five door offering.

The new S3 Sportback made its debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

Specifications

* Mirror to mirror

Engine & Performance

The dimensions of the S3 Sportback can be deceptive, as far as power under the hood is concerned. Just like its 3-door sibling.

The S3 Sportback is equipped with an EA888 turbocharged 2.0 liter four cylinder engine that produces 300 horsepower @ 5500 rpm along with 280 lb ft of peak torque at 1800 rpm to 5500 rpm. This power is routed to all four wheel by Audi’s proprietary Quattro all wheel drive system.

The performance figures of S3 Sportback are impressive. The car can finish the 0-60 mph dash in five seconds. The max speed is electronically limited to 250 Km/h (154 mph).

Exterior

The design of new S3 Sportback is refined with the efficient use of Aluminum, which has led to a reduction in weight by 154 lbs (70 kgs) as compared to the previous model.

The S3 comes with the distinctive looking S package seen in previously launched models, which includes single-frame grille with aluminum finish and matte-platinum grey inserts.

Aluminum finish is visible and well placed areas of the car, including the side mirrors and horizontal double bars. The rear receives a newly designed bumper and new exhausts with 4 oval pipes.

The rear spoiler has been increased in size to generate additional downforce. The S3 Sportback is available in 14 different colors.

Interior

The sporty feel of the car flows in to the cabin as well. The interior includes signature S design elements. It is in sporty black with contrasting stitching and display colors.

There is no confirmation on whether the car will be introduced in the US market, but eventually it should make its way across the Pond.

The 2014 Bentley Continental GT V8 S Convertible was introduced at the recently held Frankfurt Auto Show.

This new Bentley offers you a look that is sportier than the previous model. It offers more performance and power, and you will be able to go five hundred miles on a full tank of gas.

Overall, this vehicle offers drivers a more agile, responsive driving experience than ever before.

Specifications

Engine

The Continental GT V8 S Convertible features Bentley’s 4.0 liter, V8 (twin-turbo) engine that offers 521 horsepower with a maximum torque of 502 lb ft at 1,700 rpm.

The high-performance engine features high-pressure direct injection, advanced thermal management, low friction bearings, energy recuperation, as well as an innovative turbocharger packaging. This Bentley GT V8 Convertible gives you 26 mpg.

Exterior

The design of this convertible now has more dramatic look with its lowered suspension which has a very sleek stance. The body styling has a well-defined front splitter, subtle rear diffuser and discrete side sills.

The black radiator grille has a chrome divider bar. The figure-eight exhaust tail pipes signify the convertible’s powerful V8 engine. This model is offered in seventeen different paint colors.

Interior

The Continental GT’s interior is known for its luxurious touches that include: super-soft leather, highly-polished metals, wood veneers, and deep-pile carpeting. All models are hand-crafted at the Bentley factory in England.

The interior is offered in leather duo-tones along with a contrasting center stripe for the roof’s lining. Contrast stitching is also available, which you can apply on the steering wheel. The gearshift is also in leather and comes with knurled chrome detailing.

The ventilation controls provide a contrast to the black veneers that have an attractive and flawless finish. All sill tread plates have the discreet “V8 S” badge on them.

All Bentley Continental GT V8 S Convertibles come with advanced infotainment technology (30GB hard drive); including a large 8-inch touch screen that displays the vehicle’s audio, navigation, and telephone systems, along with its comfort and ride settings.